Waltham Watch Company
A historic American watch manufacturer known for industrializing watch production.
Last updated August 25, 2026
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The Waltham Watch Company was the first American company to mass-produce watches, founded in 1850 in Waltham, Massachusetts. It revolutionized watchmaking by introducing standardized parts and assembly line techniques, shifting from handcraft to industrial production. The company underwent several name changes and reorganizations, eventually ceasing operations in 1957.
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